A Real Pain
“A Real Pain” (2024), directed by Jesse Eisenberg, is a comedy-drama that follows two mismatched Jewish American cousins, David (Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin), as they travel to Poland to honor their late grandmother. The film delves into their personal histories and the complexities of their relationship against the backdrop of their family’s past. It received four Golden Globe nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (Eisenberg), Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture (Culkin, who won), and Screenplay.
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Cast: | Jesse Eisenberg , Kieran Culkin |
| Director: | Jesse Eisenberg |
| Writer: | Jesse Eisenberg |
Golden Globe Awards
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2025 NomineeBest Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
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2025 NomineeBest Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy -
2025 WinnerBest Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture -
2025 NomineeBest Screenplay - Motion Picture